Five-Star Inshore Fishing

NEW Kure Beach, NC 1 - 2 People 4 - 8 Hours From $400 Trip #8151
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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

If you're looking for an exciting inshore fishing adventure around Wilmington and Kure Beach, look no further than a trip with Captain Michael. With a lifetime of experience fishing these waters, he knows exactly where to find red drum, speckled trout, black drum, flounder, and sheepshead throughout the year. Whether you're an experienced angler looking to refine your technique or a beginner just wanting to reel in some fish, Captain Michael will tailor the trip...

About Your Trip

If you're looking for an exciting inshore fishing adventure around Wilmington and Kure Beach, look no further than a trip with Captain Michael. With a lifetime of experience fishing these waters, he knows exactly where to find red drum, speckled trout, black drum, flounder, and sheepshead throughout the year. Whether you're an experienced angler looking to refine your technique or a beginner just wanting to reel in some fish, Captain Michael will tailor the trip to your skill level and preferences.

Fishing the backwaters of Wilmington, Kure Beach, and the Cape Fear region offers endless opportunities to hook into some serious fish. The bays, creeks, and flats in this area are full of productive fishing grounds, and with his 18’ East Cape Lostmen skiff, Captain Michael can access places that other boats simply can’t. With a draft of just 5-7 inches, this skiff allows you to pole onto tailing redfish in ultra-shallow water while still handling deeper inshore zones where trout, flounder, and sheepshead thrive.

Each trip is fully customized to match the experience you’re looking for. Whether you want to fly fish for red drum on the flats, sight cast with artificial lures, fish with live bait, or throw jigs at speckled trout, Captain Michael has the expertise and gear to make it happen. He knows how to adjust techniques based on the tides and seasons to keep you on the fish, whether you're targeting a specific species or just looking for steady action.

From Wrightsville Beach to Bald Head Island and everywhere in between, this fishery offers world-class inshore fishing, and Captain Michael is the perfect guide to help you make the most of it. All rods, reels, tackle, and bait are provided, along with a cooler stocked with ice for your drinks and snacks. With a fully licensed and insured USCG captain at the helm, all you need to do is show up and get ready for a great day on the water.
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

4 hours 6 hours 8 hours
1 Person
$400.00
$500.00
$650.00
2 People
$400.00
$500.00
$650.00
Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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About Your Guide

Michael B.

Independent Guide
Fish the backwaters and inshore waters of Wilmington, North Carolina with Captain Michael, a USCG-licensed and insured guide who has spent his life fishing the Cape Fear region. Based out of Wilmington and serving areas like Wrightsville Beach, Kure Beach, Oak Island, and Bald Head Island, Captain Michael offers custom inshore trips for anglers of all experience levels.

You'll fish from an 18' East Cape Lostmen skiff, perfect for navigating shallow creeks, bays, and flats....

About Your Guide

Michael B.

Independent Guide
Fish the backwaters and inshore waters of Wilmington, North Carolina with Captain Michael, a USCG-licensed and insured guide who has spent his life fishing the Cape Fear region. Based out of Wilmington and serving areas like Wrightsville Beach, Kure Beach, Oak Island, and Bald Head Island, Captain Michael offers custom inshore trips for anglers of all experience levels.

You'll fish from an 18' East Cape Lostmen skiff, perfect for navigating shallow creeks, bays, and flats. Target species include red drum, flounder, black drum, speckled trout, and sheepshead using a variety of techniques from fly fishing to bait and jig casting. Whether you're after your first redfish or dialing in your presentation for spooky trout, Captain Michael builds every trip around your goals.

Come explore one of North Carolina’s most productive inshore fisheries with a seasoned local guide who’s dedicated to putting you on fish.
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Kure Beach, North Carolina
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Five-Star Inshore Fishing
Boat Type
Skiff
Boat Manufacturer
East Cape Lostmen
Year Built
2010
Boat Length
18'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Skiff
Boat Manufacturer
East Cape Lostmen
Year Built
2010
Boat Length
18'
Boat Restroom
No
Additional Amenities
The boat is outfitted with all the necessary gear to make for a great fishing experience. The boat has a Minn Kota trolling motor, twin power poles, trim tabs for a smooth ride, livewell, plenty of storage, back standing platform, and a jackplate allowing to fish areas many other boats cannot get to.
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

  • Artificial Lure Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Jigging
  • Light Tackle Fishing
  • Live Bait Fishing
  • Sight Casting

Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use on the trip.
You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.
In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!
In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.
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